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             Dodgers predicted to land 32-HR shortstop with $189 million blockbuster

Having concluded a lavish offseason with a World Series victory in 2024, the Los Angeles Dodgers could potentially adopt a comparable strategy for 2025.

Last year, the team acquired significant new team members from the pool of free agents, such as Shohei Ohtani, Teoscar Hernández, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Despite having what could be considered the most skilled team in baseball, there is a possibility that they will look to enhance a specific aspect by making a significant investment in a new player during the upcoming winter.

Having started 2024 with Gavin Lux as the chosen shortstop, then experimenting with Mookie Betts in that position for the first time ever, and ultimately deciding on Miguel Rojas and Tommy Edman, the Dodgers appear to be in need of a spark in their infield. Kerry Miller from Bleacher Report foresaw a significant increase in their performance after securing Willy Adames with a lucrative seven-year deal worth $189 million.

Throughout his seven seasons in the major leagues with the Milwaukee Brewers, Adames has proven to be a standout player with an exceptional blend of defensive and offensive skills as a shortstop. Su línea de bateo es de .248/.322/.444 y tiene un porcentaje defensivo de .972, pero el año 2024 fue su temporada más productiva en el plato, conectando 32 cuadrangulares y remolcando 112 carreras, además de robar 21 bases.

Adames has the potential to bring extra power to the Dodgers’ lineup, as well as provide solid defense in a key position, enabling Betts to continue showcasing his exceptional skills in the outfield, where he has been honored with six prestigious Gold Glove Awards.

Miller stated that the level of interest in L.A. is inversely related to the seriousness with which it considers transitioning Mookie Betts back to the middle infield. Nevertheless, including the ex-Brewer would enable them to retain Betts in the outfield, a position where they are currently grappling with the challenge of finding alternatives for Teoscar Hernández, whether by re-signing him or seeking other options, should Betts be relocated.

In the event that nothing else happens, the Dodgers signing Adames to a lucrative deal this winter would prevent a division rival from acquiring him.

Miller suggested that if the Dodgers hesitate at all, the Giants might seize the opportunity. It has been mentioned that they are eager to acquire a shortstop during this offseason, and it is high time they make a splash in free agency. According to my intuition, the Dodgers will succeed, but it wouldn’t be unexpected at all if the Giants came out on top.

Despite having Adames, the Giants may still have a considerable distance to cover before they can compete with the Dodgers for the title of champions in the National League West Division. Including Adames would transform the Dodgers’ sole roster vulnerability into a significant asset. It appears to be the type of strategic maneuver the team would execute on their path to securing another championship in 2025.